When Prince George Alexander Louis was born, the world couldn't wait to catch a glimpse of the future king's face. Now, the first official family portraits of Kate Middleton, Prince William, and the royal baby have been released—and they're a big departure from the norm.

Posed casually and candidly with their spaniel, Lupo, the new parents look happy and serene, sitting in the grass with their sleeping baby in photos taken by Kate's father and the baby's grandfather, Michael Middleton. Since royal portraits have traditionally been a very posed affair, releasing candids is just another way this generation is setting themselves apart.